Favia Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 750mL

Gorgeous aromatics on the nose, black chocolate, ripe blackcurrants. Supple and alive, this has energy from the get go, a tangy undercurrent of acidity that really enlivens the senses with cherry, cranberry and plum. Total finesse, lots of flavour but so seamless and integrated with tannins that give structure and hold your attention but don’t overwhelm in any way. Strong but elegant and long. Floral, scented and peppery – this has Andy and Annie’s fingerprints on it and I love it. Such a juicy, smile-inducing finish too with a salty, blood iron and orange rind tang.

Favia, a blend of 50% Oakville and 50% Coombsville. The wine is composed of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Cabernet Franc, and 4% Petit Verdot. The wine was matured for 20 months in 50% new French oak.